Registered shelter Dogs

Sunshine Airedales Of Florida

Saint Petersburg, FL

About

Sunshine Airedales of Florida (SAF), founded in 1991, is a 501(c)3 nonprofit committed to the rescue and rehoming of Airedale Terriers throughout Florida. SAF is an all-volunteer organization with a network of volunteers who provide assistance to any Airedale Terrier in need of a new home. We are affiliated with ATCA (Airedale Terrier Club of America) Rescue & Adoption Committee and follow the rescue policies and procedures established by them.

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Adoption process

Once you've applied for a Rescue Airedale, a club member will contact you to schedule a home visit and get to know you better. During the home visit, you'll be asked a number of questions about your physical activities. We'll take a look at your back yard fencing and your home's floor plan, keeping in mind that Airedales need plenty of room to romp and play. During the home visit your rescue volunteer may bring along an Airedale to give your family a chance to experience and see the breed at close range. You may be surprised to discover, for example, that the coarse, wiry coat of the Airedale sheds periodically, leaving tiny ringlets of black or tan hair on floors and carpets just like any other small mammal. While each dog has its own unique blend of spunk, intelligence and fun, the Airedales' bold exuberance pervades the Airedale breed. Most Airedale owners agree these robust, loving dogs affirm the nickname, "King of Terriers." After the home visit,the rescue team will confer about dogs currently available, and which, if any, might fit comfortably into your life. Be patient! The Airedale adoption process takes time, but we're convinced it's worth the wait. Thanks to our years of experience, we rarely place a dog that fails to bond with its new family and bring years of love and joy. Meanwhile, learn all you can about the breed. Talk to Airedale owners in your region, and take advantage of their invitations to get to know their dogs. Meanwhile, we'll be watching out for an Airedale that comes close to your preferences of gender, size, age and temperament. All rescue Airedales must first receive a thorough examination by a qualified veterinarian, and must receive shots, identichip, neutering/spaying, grooming and personality assessment. In some cases a dog may stay in a foster home until medical and behavior issues can be resolved. Once the rescue team is convinced that you are the right family for a waiting Airedale, we'll contact you to set up a meeting. Some good advice: If you really are interested in adopting a Rescue Airedale here in Florida, get your application submitted to the Sunshine Airedalers as soon as possible! When one of our rescue Airedales is ready for adoption, we will first check our current applications to see if one of our waiting applicants would be a good match for that rescue. After you have submitted your application and during the waiting period, if your desire for one of our rescues changes just let us know and we will take you off our waiting list. If the information on your already submitted application changes, please file a new application, and note on that it is a revised application.